Celebrate Fireball Friday with BONUS JURASSIC WOODIE SKETCH!
Happy Friday, folks! Hope you’ve had a good one and had a chance to check out today’s ART TALK LIVE this morning? It’s here. Talkin’ INSPIRATION today and where it comes from… But let’s celebrate the end of the week with some shenanigans starting with this JURASSIC WOODIE SKETCH! 65 Million Sketches in the making, ppl… and them stone-ass tires were tough to build!
PLUS, a cool Jeep spotted in Oxnard and a fan checking out the Camaro I was skirtin’ through Malibu. She was diggin’ it.
I’ll be at Ventura Cars & Coffee this Sunday so c’mon down and let’s have a convo!
Fireball SKETCHES the ultimate California Mini Cooper Woodie
Fireball’s designed literally hundreds of Minis over the years, but the original design of the CLASSIC MINI COOPER has left an indelible mark on custom car art, car culture, and even the silver screen. Since its debut in 1959, the Mini Cooper’s unique blend of compact size, quirky charm, and impressive performance has captured the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide.
In the realm of custom car art, the Mini Cooper’s distinct shape and proportions have served as a canvas for countless artists and designers. From wild paint jobs to intricate decals, enthusiasts have pushed the boundaries of creativity, transforming these pint-sized cars into rolling works of art. And some of them get pretty crazy. But the Mini’s customizable nature allows for endless possibilities, with modifications ranging from subtle tweaks to radical transformations.
Car culture, especially in the realm of modified vehicles, has embraced the Mini Cooper with open arms. Its nimble handling and go-kart-like feel make it a favorite among tuners and hot rodders looking to create unique, high-performance machines. The Mini’s compact size also lends itself well to urban environments, making it a popular choice among city dwellers seeking style and practicality in equal measure.
Today’s Fireball SKETCH is the ultimate Woodie Mini. And now it’s IN THE GARAGE!
The Mini Cooper has become an icon in the world of cinema, appearing in numerous films and TV shows over the years. Its starring role in “The Italian Job” cemented its status as a cinematic legend, showcasing its agility and versatility in thrilling heist sequences. The film’s success further solidified the Mini’s place in pop culture, inspiring generations of moviegoers and car enthusiasts alike.
But one particularly intriguing variation of the Mini Cooper is the woodie version and why it’s today’s SKETCH. This unique interpretation combines the classic Mini’s design with the nostalgic aesthetic of wood-paneled station wagons, creating a one-of-a-kind vehicle that pays homage to automotive history while remaining distinctly modern.
The original design of the classic Mini Cooper continues to influence custom car art, car culture, and movies to this day. Its timeless appeal, coupled with its infinite variability in design, ensures that the Mini Cooper will remain a beloved icon for generations to come.
BONUS SKETCHES!! Badass Bugatti, Woodie and Mr. Bond Car Art
Today’s BONUS Custom Car Art SKETCHES blanket a lot of Kulture… And, as I always say when people ask me “What’s your favorite CAR??” … “It’s the one with four wheels, baby!”
FIRST UP is the BUGATTI CHIRON. A serious Hypercar with a serious $1.5M price tag. “I’ll take two please, with a side of fries. But hold the Dooshbaggery.”
Hypercars are stunning peices of CAR ART in themselves and I’ve drawn a lot of them. But as I SKETCH, I try to get into the heads of the original designers to flush out their initial inspiration for the direction of the design. And that can tell me a lot for how I approach the background. Should I make this one available on a CANVAS PRINT? You let me know.
SECOND is this stunning 1950 FORD WOODIE WAGON that was the cover art for my Woodie Coloring Book. It belongs to friend Rick White and is aptly named RUBY. If you’re in the Socal/Ventura area, you’ll see Rick pokin’ about town.
THIRDLY… and from the set of James Bond’s DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER… the 1971 FORD MUSTANG MACH 1. This is in the Garage here and will be followed by a lot of other sketched Jimmy Bond Cars. And he’s had A LOT. But which one should I do next??
Don’t forget that MUSCLES & MOJO is TOMORROW!! C’mon down!
Today’s CLASSIC WOODIE SKETCH hearkens to a simpler time…
How have things gotten so complex here in the 21st Century? Well, it doesn’t really matter… as all that really matters is how we THINK and FEEL about things. The Universe is listening and part of my job is to do SKETCHES that make people FEEL GOOD. And today, it’s a 1950 FORD WOODIE WAGON named “Ruby!”
As always, I’m available to do CUSTOM ORDERS of personal cars, but check out what we have IN THE GARAGE regarding Woodies first! Being in Malibu, I see them all the time in all colors and we even do the MALIBU CHRISTMAS WOODIE PARADE! But if you don’t see what you like… REACH OUT!
DID YOU KNOW?? Woodie Wagons were originally built in the United States beginning in the late 1920s and through to the late 1940s. But they have existed since the early 1900s. The Woody Wagon is a true symbol of the classic American style. Although the terms ‘Woodies’ and ‘Woodys’ are commonly used to refer to these cars, car manufacturers and dealers typically referred to them as Woodies. And July 20th is Official WOODIE WAGON DAY!!
Today’s BEST OF SHOW is a Tin Woodie Concept Car…
While at the LA AUTO SHOW, Tommy and I spot Nissan’s ARIYA WOODIE Concept Car. Tin… Plastic… Nothing like a Woodie, Woodie. Kinda fun, tho. What do you guys think?? WATCH!
BONUS SKETCH! This MALIBU WOODIE COOPER is sick!
Sure, not a MOVIE CAR, but Fireball’s MINI CONCEPTS are fun and crazy. Has anyone built a REAL MINI WOODIE yet?? LEAVE A COMMENT!
Today’s MUGSHOTS include Cuda, Caddy and a Kookie Woodie!
Every day, NEW MUGSHOTS slide into Fireball’s ETSY Garage. And today, it’s some serious coolness for your slurping pleasure. PLUS, 10% GOES TO DOG RESCUES, so get on it!
Today’s MERCH includes Hornet, ’51 Chevy and a ’50 WOODIE!
Looking for amazing GIFTS for those that love CARS?? PROBLEM SOLVED!! Look no further than Fireball’s Garage! Today’s NEW STUFF covers the gambit of Coolness! SNOOZE, PERUSE & USE! Boring Coffee Mugs are sooooo 20th Century.
Beautiful WOODIE WAGONS make for an awesome Car Show…
This is WOODIES BY THE BEACH which happens once-a-year at the Santa Barbara Community College. Some of the best original WOODIE WAGONS from across the Country. Gaze it, take in the music and BE THERE for a few minutes. It’ll make your day better…
Fireball Tim BEST OF SHOW Premieres on Youtube Daily…
1969 VW BUG WOODIE proves awesomeness in the world…
Part of the 19th Annual MALIBU CHRISTMAS WOODIE PARADE, this 1969 VW Bug Woodie was one of the best on site. Let’s gooooo….
